Ditch the notion that therapy sucks.
I’m a bit biased about the positive effects of seeing a therapist, but I often have a new client come to me and say, “I was so scared to come here today,” or, “Well, that wasn’t really so bad. I thought it was going to suck!” The truth is, seeing a therapist doesn’t have to suck, and if going to therapy does suck for you, find a new therapist.
There are so many people to choose from, so continue looking until you find someone who resonates with you, someone you respect and would want to have as a friend. Being very clear though, this person can never be considered a friend in any social settings, outside of the therapy office.
It’s a boundary violation and an ethical issue, but if you like him or her, as you would a friend, you’ll be more willing to talk and trust, to open up as a whole. Find someone you like and respect, and then start talking!
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Hazel’s comment:
Please note that the author of this piece is writing about the situation in the USA. All therapy is paid for either by insurance or directly out of your own pocket so choice is available.
If you are using the NHS service in the UK you take what you are given or lose any opportunity for therapy – at least that seems to be the situation in most areas of the country.
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